VIETNAM: NEW ERA

VIETNAM: NEW ERA

Vietnam, US step up cooperation in search for missing Vietnamese soldiers

Vietnam, US step up cooperation in search for missing Vietnamese soldiers

A Vietnamese official proposed that the US continue increasing resources for dioxin remediation at Bien Hoa and Phu Cat airbases, expand projects supporting people with disabilities, enhance the sharing of historical data, provide DNA technology assistance and continue close coordination in the search for missing US service members and Vietnamese soldiers.
Hanoi welcomes five-millionth international visitor of 2026

Hanoi welcomes five-millionth international visitor of 2026

On July 7, Hanoi welcomed its five-millionth international visitor of 2026 at the Terminal 2 of Noi Bai International Airport. The milestone highlights the capital's robust tourism growth in the first half of the year and its rising profile as an international destination.
Ho Chi Minh City affirms role as Vietnam's economic powerhouse

Ho Chi Minh City affirms role as Vietnam's economic powerhouse

On July 2, 1976, the former Saigon–Gia Dinh was officially renamed Ho Chi Minh City in honour of President Ho Chi Minh. Fifty years later, it has become Vietnam's economic powerhouse, accounting for 23.5% of the country's GDP. In 2025, the city posted a GRDP of nearly 3 quadrillion VND (approximately 115 billion USD), with per capita income reaching 8,755 USD.
Vietnam – EFTA FTA expected to create new growth opportunities for trade, investment

Vietnam – EFTA FTA expected to create new growth opportunities for trade, investment

The successful conclusion of the negotiations was not merely the end of a process that lasted more than 10 years, but also demonstrated the strong commitment of both Vietnam and EFTA countries to an open, transparent and rules-based international trading system. The agreement sends a clear message that dialogue, cooperation and economic connectivity remain the most effective means of promoting growth, creating jobs and generating prosperity.
Vietnamese fruit expands foothold in Chinese market

Vietnamese fruit expands foothold in Chinese market

Thanks to its strategic location bordering Vietnam and other ASEAN countries, Guangxi remains a major gateway for tropical fruit entering China. Chinese media have also identified Vietnamese lychees as one of the country's favourite seasonal fruits.
Vietnam's warmth lights up cold night in La Guaira

Vietnam's warmth lights up cold night in La Guaira

The earthquake may have broken some of the strongest concrete steel, yet it failed to extinguish the kindness or the resilience forged in solidarity. Together, the La Guaira locals are enduring their longest days, held together by hands that refuse to let go.
Keeping children safe online - an urgent priority

Keeping children safe online - an urgent priority

Amid the rapid pace of technological development, particularly the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), efforts to prevent and address online child exploitation have become increasingly complex and challenging. Building a strong protective framework for children in cyberspace has been an urgent priority, providing a secure foundation for future generations to develop safely, confidently, and creatively in an ever-expanding digital world.
Emulation, commendation movements must be tied to concrete targets, tasks: PM

Emulation, commendation movements must be tied to concrete targets, tasks: PM

The council reviewed its performance and the implementation of emulation and commendation work during the first half of the year, agreed on key tasks for the remainder of 2026, and considered nominations for the conferment and posthumous conferment of the “Hero of the People's Armed Forces” and “Hero of Labour” titles on collectives and individuals with outstanding achievements.
Hanoi accelerates AI city development

Hanoi accelerates AI city development

As Hanoi moves to realise its long-term development vision for a new era, the capital is stepping up efforts to attract investment. By signing 50 memoranda of understanding with leading domestic and international corporations and organisations, the city aims not only to expand infrastructure but also to lay the foundation for becoming a modern AI city, with technology serving as a key driver of growth.
Hanoi charts path to multi-centred, multi-layered urban structure

Hanoi charts path to multi-centred, multi-layered urban structure

The Government has launched an action programme to develop Hanoi in the new era, putting people at the heart of development and leveraging innovation, green and digital transformation, and the circular economy to drive sustainable growth and strengthen the capital’s competitiveness.
Ho Chi Minh City – Half a century of confidence and aspiration

Ho Chi Minh City – Half a century of confidence and aspiration

Half a century has passed since Saigon-Gia Dinh was renamed Ho Chi Minh City in honour of President Ho Chi Minh. Today, the city has not only maintained its role as Vietnam's economic powerhouse but has also gradually established itself as a regional hub for finance, industry and innovation.
Trade promotion: Driving Vietnamese products further afield

Trade promotion: Driving Vietnamese products further afield

Hoang Minh Chien, Deputy Director of the Trade Promotion Agency (Vietrade) under the Ministry of Industry and Trade, said trade promotion activities are undergoing a significant shift from broad-based support to more in-depth assistance, with enhancing business competitiveness at the core.
Top leader attends ceremony marking 50 years of Saigon-Gia Dinh bearing late President’s name

Top leader attends ceremony marking 50 years of Saigon-Gia Dinh bearing late President’s name

Ho Chi Minh City has every reason to take pride in its remarkable achievements over the past half-century. From a war-ravaged urban centre facing enormous post-war difficulties, it gradually restored production, stabilised people's livelihoods, consolidated the achievements of the revolution, built an effective system of governance, and safeguarded national defence and security, thereby laying a solid foundation for long-term development.
Politburo sets six priorities for implementing Resolution No. 57

Politburo sets six priorities for implementing Resolution No. 57

After 18 months of implementing Resolution No. 57, ministries, sectors and localities have adopted innovative and effective approaches that have generated positive momentum, while winning broad support from businesses, the scientific community and the public for policies on science, technology, innovation and digital transformation.